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1861 Proof Eagle Pattern - J-286

Strike Type

Coin Details

Year
1861
Denomination
Patterns
Mint Mark
P
Strike Type
Proof
Series
Civil War Patterns (1860-1865)
Designer
Christian Gobrecht
Composition
Gold
Weight
16.72g
Diameter
27mm
Edge
Reeded

Description

The 1861 Proof Eagle Pattern - J-286 is a proof eagle struck at the Philadelphia Mint, part of the Civil War Patterns (1860-1865) series. This eagle carries the motto GOD OUR TRUST in the open field above the eagle, a forerunner of IN GOD WE TRUST; USPatterns cannot confirm a gold example and suggests the listing may describe the 1863 J-351. It is struck in gold with a reeded edge. Catalogued as Judd-286, Pollock-341 and 343, A/W 339, Taxay EP309. Cataloged as PCGS #60432.

Rarity Notes

Existence unconfirmed (USPatterns.com)

Cross References

Judd-286; Pollock-341; Pollock-343; Adams-Woodin 339; Taxay EP309

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